Promoting the growth of advocacy, support, and awareness of social justice issues impacting Hispanic communities in Ventura County.
Through the ASCENSO Hispanic Fellowship program, students serve as advocates for the Hispanic community by reaching out to representatives from county agencies and departments to research different services and policies and their impact on the Hispanic community. Students also raise awareness of important issues and directly influence systemic change.
Benefits of becoming an ASCENSO scholar:
- $5,000 fellowship award
- Professional mentorship
- Engagement with community leaders
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This program was funded by the Amgen Foundation.
